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4 Key Steps That Can Help You Diagnose Hashimoto’s and Monitor Your Treatment Progress
For over a decade, I had the symptoms of thyroid disease, but when tested for the “standard, usual biomarker for thyroid disease,” my TSH level, I was always …
Which Genes are Associated with Hashimoto’s?
With the popularity of genetic and ancestry testing services such as 23andme, many people are now attempting to get a definitive “yes” or “no” answer as to …
Thyroid Antibodies Part 1: An Early Warning for Thyroid Disease
We know that Hashimoto’s and other autoimmune conditions develop due to three things. Genetic predisposition is one of those. The other two, intestinal …
Common Questions about Lab Tests, Your Doctor, and Your Thyroid
Do you have a doctor you recommend in my area? I believe that everyone needs to find a practitioner that will let him/her be a part of the healthcare team. I …
What To Do If Your TSH Is Normal and You Are Anything But!
Most conventional physicians use the TSH test to determine if one has a thyroid disorder and to dose thyroid medications. However, this test can often time …